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S993 RVM

1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,738 mi
Last recorded29,738 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S12,227 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS993 RVM
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 250 S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2016 29,738 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 28,821 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 27,607 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 27,607 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 26,516 miles

pass light inop

Pass 28 Oct 2011 25,623 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 24,759 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 24,759 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 23,041 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 20,954 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 18,873 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 18,863 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 15,927 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 15,918 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv 250 S?

Based on 1,012 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Drive chain excessively loose 6
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S993 RVM is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 12,227 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xv 250 S fails its MOT is exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S993 RVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv 250 S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Xv 250 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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S993 RVM is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S, first registered on 17 August 1998.

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